Creativity & Collaboration for Healthier Cities
REPORT DESIGN
The National League of Cities (NLC) recognizes the powerful role artists can play in partnering with local governments to support mental health initiatives and connect with diverse communities. After three years of collaboration with Arts for EveryBody—a campaign by One Project/One Nation—this guide distills key practices city leaders can adopt to foster creative collaborations and develop meaningful partnership programs.
Working closely with the author, program manager, and design director at NLC, the vision for this guide was to present its content in a bright, energetic style that invites engagement.
Our design process focused on whimsical shapes that reflect the dynamic nature of creativity while emphasizing the three key practices featured in the guide. These elements added depth and meaning while keeping the design firmly aligned with the NLC brand. Spanning 54 pages, the guide serves as an inspiring and practical roadmap for integrating the arts into community initiatives.
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